For a wedding with 125 guests in the Los Angeles CA, the estimated total cost is around $39,084 - $47,770. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Los Angeles CA is approximately $347. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $39,084 - $47,770.
The average wedding cost in Los Angeles CA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $39,084 - $47,770 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Simi Valley CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $427 - $521. This represents about 1.1% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $454 - $554.
In Simi Valley CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,560 - $3,128. This represents about 6.5% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,631 - $4,437 |
9.3% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$427 - $521 |
1.1% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$191 - $233 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$454 - $554 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,560 - $3,128 |
6.5% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Los Angeles CA is $545 - $666. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Los Angeles CA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$545 - $666 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$545 - $666 |
1.4% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Los Angeles CA is $317 - $387. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.8% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$317 - $387 |
0.8% |
|
Hair Service
|
$137 - $167 |
0.4% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$113 - $139 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$67 - $81 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,160 - $2,640, which is 5.5% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Los Angeles CA area is $1,509 - $1,845.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,160 - $2,640 |
5.5% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,509 - $1,845 |
3.9% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$651 - $795 |
1.7% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Los Angeles CA, you should budget approximately $17,539 - $21,437, which is about 44.9% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$17,539 - $21,437 |
44.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,915 - $3,563 |
7.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,670 - $6,930 |
14.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,888 - $8,418 |
17.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,066 - $2,526 |
5.3% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,338 - $2,858. This accounts for roughly 6.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,338 - $2,858 |
6.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$674 - $824 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$875 - $1,069 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$425 - $519 |
1.1% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,008 - $1,232.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,008 - $1,232 |
2.6% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$133 - $163 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$169 - $207 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$473 - $579 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$232 - $284 |
0.6% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $797 - $975. This is approximately 2.0% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$797 - $975 |
2.0% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$131 - $160 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$62 - $76 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$216 - $264 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$91 - $111 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$116 - $142 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$88 - $108 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$94 - $114 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,469 - $1,795, which is about 3.8% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 2) is estimated at $875 - $1,069, which is about 2.2% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$2,344 - $2,864 |
6.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,469 - $1,795 |
3.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$875 - $1,069 |
2.2% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Simi Valley CA spend between $5,921 - $7,237 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 15.1% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Los Angeles CA with 125 guests spend between $3,418 - $4,178 on wedding photography, which is about 8.7% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Los Angeles CA is $2,503 - $3,059. This makes up a portion of your (6.4%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,921 - $7,237 |
15.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,418 - $4,178 |
8.7% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,503 - $3,059 |
6.4% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Los Angeles CA is estimated to be $2,485 - $3,037. This service accounts for 6.4% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,485 - $3,037 |
6.4% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$2,485 - $3,037 |
6.4% |